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rail trains, streetcars, buses, cyclists and pedestrians, but no private vehicles. "We think it is the first of its kind in the country," McFarland said. The bridge is set for completion in September 2015. "It created 10,000 jobs when the region needed them most," McFarland said. "The project is on the way to creating 14,000 jobs before the bridge project is finished." "In the past at this very place," said Orloff, "Native Americans took canoes back and forth across the river for celebrations …

a Tribal member,” Fullerton says. “Our most often heard complaint from Tribal members is ‘How come that Tribal member got the job?’ ” Human Resources Department Manager Patrick Dempsey says. “It’s often a difficult decision. It comes down to six highly qualified Tribal members. They all go to the interview, go through the same routine, and you have to make a tough decision.” Fullerton also points to the fact that Tribal members view working for the government as a career and that the two Tribal …

. “As far as the food goes, it’s pretty good,” she says. “I love the pot roast, mashed potatoes and gravy. ... I just wish our Elders would participate more in other activities. Most people eat lunch, leave and go home to take a nap.” Leno says that Nutrition Program Manager Kristy Criss-Lawson has done a great job offering increased activities and adding to the lunch menu. “If she doesn’t know what people want, she can’t do anything about it,” Leno says. Laura Lund, 73, has been visiting the center …

to treatment and get sober.” He has been sober and tobacco- and drug-free since October 2006. While serving his sentence between April 2007 and January 2014, Freeman worked to improve himself. “I had turned my life over to God so I was seeking a way to utilize that time in the best, most productive way that I could,” he says. He worked in the metal stop, becoming a certified welder. He then started working in the automotive repair shop and earned a two-year associate degree through Chemeketa Community …

was part of the construction crew that built the arbor, echoed the feelings of many when he said on Sunday, July 12, “It’s beautiful to come here and see this.” Color Guard logo One of the most striking features of the new arbor, according to many visitors, is the carved, wooden Color Guard logo hanging from the arbor. The circular carving features American wood and also more unusual and exotic woods to create the logo’s color. In fact, the only paint used on the wooden logo is the black background …

and training.” The Native Wellness Institute’s mission is to promote the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health of North America’s indigenous peoples, and to bring about positive changes. It has existed for 18 years and organizers have facilitated hundreds of community healing gatherings throughout North America, Executive Director Jillene Joseph said. “I am most excited for individual and collective healing,” she said. “Healing is the answer to trauma and my personal purpose as well …

level, cannabis business owners, representatives from the Bureau of Land Management, Department of the Interior and Oregon State Bar Association, state and U.S. representatives and senators, several U.S. attorneys and local, state and Tribal government officials. “I thought it was very informative,” Harvey said. “What surprised me the most was the U.S. Attorneys from several different states represented. My understanding is that this is the first time, and I am very proud of Oregon for bringing …

in a foster care home in Sheridan. She is attended by Carmen Parren, who has been her caretaker for most of the last 28 years. Opal is proud to be the eldest Mercier, descended from Francis Mercier, her grandfather who immigrated to the United States from Belgium. He lived with her when Opal was a little girl, her father being Francis’ youngest son. Today, Opal spends her mornings watching Drew Carey in “The Price Is Right,” her favorite show. When asked if she likes Carey more than longtime host Bob …

Song,” which involved flapping their arms and squawking. Most of the audience participated. Jordan Mercier assisted with event planning and said he was excited to see what would unfold. “I think it will be a great thing for the community,” he said. “I have attended another GONA and know the power it can have to heal and help us all. The curriculum is tailored to our community. … This is all about us.” Archuleta and Bobby Mercier told the story of Spirit Mountain and its significance in Tribal …

and Wisconsin to prosecute most crimes that occurred in Indian Country. Merkley encouraged Grand Ronde representatives to keep pushing the law enforcement funding issue with the Department of the Interior and called the current situation inherently unfair. “We have to keep pushing on little cracks, little pieces,” Merkley said. “We have to keep pushing at this until we find a way to get a foothold and eventually get full equality with the other Tribes that are receiving (law enforcement) support.” Merkley …